1976 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (197 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 331 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima.
Because 1976 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2013 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Buick Electra | 2013 Kia Optima | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Electra | Optima |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2795 mm |